- A beautiful small tree. Is covered with pink flowers in spring and early summer.
- Native of the tropics and subtropics of Asia and Africa.
- Named after french Botanist J.L Millet.
- Small to medium sized tree 12 - 15 m tall.
- With rounded crown and drooping branches.
- The compound leaf is about 20 - 24 cm long.
- The small flowers hang in 5 - 7.5 cm long drooping sprays.
- Egg shaped leaves.
- Trunk straight and covered with smooth grey bark that flakes off in small irregulor patches.
- Starts flowering when 4 - 5 year old.

Growing tips:

- Suitable for small gardens.
- The tree prefers warm, dry climate.
- Tree becomes leafless in winter, specially in dry areas.
- Well drained soil is required.
- Plants can be planted in large containers as well. They will bloom profusely.